The correct answer is: A. 1980
The Social Forestry Scheme was started in Haryana in 1980. The scheme was launched with the objective of planting trees on degraded lands and barren hills. The scheme was also aimed at providing employment to the rural people and improving the environment.
The scheme was implemented by the Forest Department of Haryana. The department identified suitable areas for plantation and provided seedlings to the farmers. The farmers were also provided financial assistance for the plantation.
The scheme has been successful in planting trees on degraded lands and barren hills. The scheme has also provided employment to the rural people and improved the environment.
The following are the details of each option:
- Option A: 1980. This is the correct answer. The Social Forestry Scheme was started in Haryana in 1980.
- Option B: 1982. This is incorrect. The Social Forestry Scheme was not started in Haryana in 1982.
- Option C: 1996. This is incorrect. The Social Forestry Scheme was not started in Haryana in 1996.
- Option D: 1999. This is incorrect. The Social Forestry Scheme was not started in Haryana in 1999.